Motels Near Naturita, Colorado

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The tiny town of Naturita in southwestern Colorado -- which had a population of fewer than 700 residents in 2009 -- makes up for its lack of metropolitan tourist attractions with its wealth of outdoor activities. In an area surrounded by national forests, travelers enjoy hiking, biking, hunting, fishing rafting and camping. Naturita hosts two motels of its own, and the Colorado town of Norwood offers alternative lodging options about 20 miles away.

Ray Motel

The Ray Motel (no website; 123 E. Main St., Naturita; 970-865-2700) in the heart of Naturita offers basic motel-style accommodations at a low price. The borders of the Uncompahgre National Forest lie about 10 miles away, and river fishing is within walking distance. Also accessible on foot, Blondie's serves pizza, Tacos Costa Alegre offers Mexican dishes and the 141 Saloon provides a convenient place to whet your whistle. A coffee shop serves cups of coffee on-site.

Naturita Lodge

Another locally owned establishment, the Naturita Lodge (no website; 431 State Highway 97, Naturita; 970-865-2700) rests a little over a block from Naturita's riverfront. Standard motel amenities accent the secluded wooded property and mountain views of this rustic motel. In addition to the river and national forest attractions, the Rimrocker Historical Museum and Cedar Bowl bowling alley lie within three miles. Blondies, Tacos Costa Alegre and the 141 Saloon are within a mile; the 5th Avenue Grill is just four miles away.

Backcountry Inn

Just a hair over 19 miles southeast, the Backcountry Inn (backcountryinn.com) in Norwood offers the next closest motel choice to Naturita. This lodging presents a slightly more upscale choice, with large-screen TVs, satellite channels, a range of room choices and designer decor. Norwood rests right on the outskirts of the Uncompahgre National Forest, and Hi-Country Motorsports offers ATV rentals within walking distance. Walking-distance dining options include the Lone Cone Restaurant and Bar and Norwood's own Costa Alegre location.

Norwood Inn

About 19.5 miles from Naturita, the Norwood Inn (thenorwoodinn.com) offers motel rooms in addition to extended-stay vacation rentals. Studio-style motel rooms feature full cooking facilities and full baths, and the motel proprietors offer an outdoor gas grill for guest use. This inn has roughly the same accessibility to attractions as the Backcountry Inn, including quick access to the Cascabel fishing resort, about eight miles northeast. The West End Pizzeria and Hitchin' Post Cowboy Bar are located under a mile from the motel.

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